IONUQ

Where conviction
meets capital

Strategic investment in market-defining companies

Portfolio

Our investment philosophy is built on identifying transformative opportunities across sectors and geographies

Investment Focus

We target mid-market companies with strong fundamentals and untapped potential, typically in the $50M-$500M valuation range.

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Financial Services
  • Industrial & Manufacturing

Global Reach

Our investment strategy spans multiple continents, with dedicated teams and local expertise in key markets.

  • North America (60%)
  • Europe (25%)
  • Asia-Pacific (10%)
  • Emerging Markets (5%)

Our Approach

01

Identify

Deep market analysis to uncover high-potential opportunities with sustainable competitive advantages

02

Partner

Collaborative approach with management teams to drive operational excellence and strategic growth

03

Scale

Accelerate value creation through capital deployment, talent acquisition, and market expansion

"We invest in companies that shape the future, not chase the past"

Investment Philosophy

Insights

Perspectives from our team on markets, strategy, and the evolving landscape of private equity

The Value of Patience in Growth Markets

Sarah VanceManaging Partner
Investment Strategy
"In an era of rapid deployment and quick exits, we've found that the most significant value creation happens when you allow companies the time and resources to build sustainable competitive advantages. Our best returns have come from partnerships that span 5-7 years, not 18 months."

Navigating Market Volatility

James SterlingManaging Partner
Market Dynamics
"Market downturns reveal which companies have genuine product-market fit and which were riding a wave. We use periods of uncertainty to double down on our convictions and find overlooked opportunities that others abandon too quickly."

The Human Element in Due Diligence

Elena RodriguezPrincipal
Operational Excellence
"Financial models and market analyses are critical, but we've learned that understanding a management team's culture, decision-making processes, and resilience under pressure is equally predictive of long-term success. People drive outcomes, not spreadsheets."

Capital Efficiency in Scaling

Marcus ChenChief Financial Officer
Financial Discipline
"The companies that scale most successfully aren't necessarily those with the most capital, but those that deploy it most strategically. We focus on unit economics and operational leverage before adding fuel to the fire."

Our Investment Thesis

The next decade of value creation will be defined by companies that combine operational excellence with technological leverage. We seek businesses at the intersection of traditional industries and digital transformation, where proven business models meet modern execution capabilities.

Geographic diversification remains critical, but we're increasingly focused on markets with strong regulatory frameworks, deep talent pools, and maturing consumer bases. Our portfolio balance reflects a strategic blend of established markets for stability and emerging markets for growth.

Our track record speaks for itself:
Consistent outperformance across market cycles through disciplined investment and active partnership

Our Team

Sarah Vance

Sarah Vance

Managing Partner

sarah@ionuq.com
James Sterling

James Sterling

Managing Partner

james@ionuq.com
Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Principal

elena@ionuq.com
Marcus Chen

Marcus Chen

Chief Financial Officer

marcus@ionuq.com
David Katz

David Katz

Vice President

david@ionuq.com
Priya Patel

Priya Patel

Senior Associate

priya@ionuq.com
Jordan Hayes

Jordan Hayes

Director of Investor Relations

jordan@ionuq.com
Amanda Liu

Amanda Liu

Associate

amanda@ionuq.com
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Analyst

robert@ionuq.com

Contact

We welcome inquiries from exceptional entrepreneurs, limited partners, and strategic collaborators who share our commitment to building enduring value

San Francisco Office

Address
555 California Street
Suite 2800
San Francisco, CA 94104
General Inquiries
info@ionuq.com
Investment Opportunities
investments@ionuq.com

Visit Us

Our offices are located in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District, steps from Montgomery Street BART station and adjacent to the Embarcadero. We welcome scheduled visits from portfolio companies, prospective partners, and industry colleagues.

Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST
By appointment only

For Specific Inquiries

Media Relations
media@ionuq.com
Investor Relations
ir@ionuq.com